NZ ute model guide
Toyota Hilux
A large work-ute family now spanning diesel, 48V mild-hybrid assistance and a dual-motor Hilux BEV.
NZ status: The 2026 NZ range includes diesel, selected 48V mild-hybrid diesel configurations and limited-production battery-electric choices.

- Range
- BEV: 245–315km NEDC
- Payload
- BEV: 715–855kg by body
- Towing
- BEV: 2,000kg; PreRunner: 2,900kg; other suitable grades: 3,500kg braked
- Power
- Diesel/Hybrid: 150kW; BEV: 144kW
Vehicle gallery
See the vehicle around the workday
Official imagery is shown for identification and editorial comparison. Exact New Zealand grade and equipment may differ.


Exact range
Choose the grade or configuration you mean
Family-wide maxima are useful for discovery. The exact body, powertrain and grade below are what matter for payload, towing, price and safety.
| Grade / configuration | Body | Powertrain | Transmission | Payload | Towing | GVM / GCM | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Cab Chassis | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 1,235kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,065kg / 6,300kg | $50,990 TDP (tray excluded) | |
| Extra Cab Chassis | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 1,125kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,065kg / 6,300kg | $53,990 TDP (tray excluded) | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 935kg | 2,900kg braked | 2,980kg / 5,880kg | $49,990 TDP | |
| Double Cab Chassis | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 1,080kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,080kg / 6,300kg | $52,490 TDP (tray excluded) | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 970kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,080kg / 6,300kg | $58,490 TDP | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 960kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,090kg / 6,300kg | $59,990 TDP | |
| Double Cab Chassis | Diesel / Mild hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 1,065kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,090kg / 6,300kg | $54,990 TDP (tray excluded) | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel / Mild hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 965kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,090kg / 6,300kg | $56,990 TDP | |
| Double Cab Chassis | Diesel / Mild hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 1,065kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,120kg / 6,300kg | $58,990 TDP (tray excluded) | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel / Mild hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 940kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,120kg / 6,300kg | $62,990 TDP | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel / Mild hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 965kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,120kg / 6,300kg | $60,990 TDP | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Diesel / Mild hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 940kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,120kg / 6,300kg | $63,990 TDP | |
| Double Cab Chassis | Electric | Single-speed reduction drive | 855kg | 2,000kg braked | Not published | $79,990 TDP (tray excluded) | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Electric | Single-speed reduction drive | 725kg | 2,000kg braked | Not published | $81,990 TDP | |
| Double Cab Wellside | Electric | Single-speed reduction drive | 715kg | 2,000kg braked | Not published | $85,990 TDP |
Exact figures are shown only where the cited New Zealand source publishes them. “Not published” is kept explicit; values are not silently inherited from another body or powertrain.
Test the finished work setup—not the headline.
12 exact Toyota Hilux configurations are ready in the calculator. Add your tray or canopy, accessories, crew, tools, trailer and towball download.
Work-first research
Everything important, without the brochure clutter
Toyota Hilux buyers have plenty to weigh up beyond the badge. This independent-first guide focuses on how the ute may fit a real workday, which questions to ask about the exact variant, and how to compare like-for-like dealer offers.
At a glance
A large work-ute family now spanning diesel, 48V mild-hybrid assistance and a dual-motor Hilux BEV.
- Cab-chassis and wellside range
- Diesel / Mild hybrid / Electric powertrain
- Available now in New Zealand
Published specifications
- Engine / system
- 2.8L turbo-diesel, 48V assisted diesel or battery electric
- Power
- Diesel/Hybrid: 150kW; BEV: 144kW
- Torque
- Diesel: 420–500Nm
- Towing
- BEV: 2,000kg; PreRunner: 2,900kg; other suitable grades: 3,500kg braked
- Payload
- BEV: 715–855kg by body
- Electric range
- BEV: 245–315km NEDC
- Battery
- BEV: 59.2kWh
- Driveline
- 2WD/4WD diesel choices; BEV dual-motor AWD
- Warranty
- 3 years / 100,000km standard; up to 5 years / 150,000km with qualifying Toyota servicing
- Service / ownership
- Toyota Service Advantage capped-price coverage up to 5 years / 60,000km
Price & variants
$49,990 TDPCompare the exact body, grade, on-road costs, fitted work equipment, delivery date and finance conditions—not only the headline price.
Work capability
Start with the completed vehicle: crew, tools, stock, tray or fit-out, accessories and any regular trailer.
- Fleet
- Rural
- Construction
- Urban routes
Payload & towing
- Payload
- BEV: 715–855kg by body
- Towing
- BEV: 2,000kg; PreRunner: 2,900kg; other suitable grades: 3,500kg braked
Range, charging & power
- Powertrain
- Diesel / Mild hybrid / Electric
- Engine / system
- 2.8L turbo-diesel, 48V assisted diesel or battery electric
- Power
- Diesel/Hybrid: 150kW; BEV: 144kW
- Electric range
- BEV: 245–315km NEDC
Best suited to
Use this as a shortlist starting point. The final decision should follow a loaded test drive and a written, itemised offer.
Things to consider
- Payload after people, accessories and permanently carried equipment
- Service access, replacement transport and parts support
- Real delivery timing and any stock or allocation conditions
- Loaded route range, charging access and winter margin
Dealer offers
Send one clear brief covering vehicle, work, setup, location and timing. Relevant participating dealers can respond where coverage is available.
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Read guideToyota New Zealand 2026 Hilux launch ↗. Values are published New Zealand model-family figures or explicitly labelled international manufacturer figures where the NZ page does not publish the field.
- Toyota New Zealand 2026 Hilux range and configuration catalogue ↗Checked 4 September 2026 · Prices are Toyota Driveaway Prices (TDP). Time-limited finance and launch offers are deliberately excluded.
Toyota New Zealand Service Advantage ↗. Programme conditions, commercial-use limits and time-limited offers can change; confirm eligibility in the written dealer offer.
Official manufacturer asset used with attribution for vehicle identification and editorial comparison; not licensed for third-party advertising.
Common questions
Toyota Hilux NZ FAQs
Can Tradie Wheels get me a Toyota Hilux quote?+
You can submit one vehicle brief and ask us to seek suitable offers from participating New Zealand dealers. Coverage and the number of responses vary by location, model and timing.
Does Tradie Wheels sell the Toyota Hilux?+
No. Tradie Wheels is a comparison and lead-matching service. Any vehicle purchase, finance agreement or warranty is directly between you and the selected supplier.
Which Toyota Hilux variant is best for tradies?+
That depends on payload after accessories, towing, cab requirements, travel, security and budget. Compare the exact variant specification against a written work-use brief.
